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Should Dynasty Managers Be Looking to Sell High on Khalil Shakir?
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir has arguably been his team's most consistent pass-catcher over the past two years, averaging 74 catches, 770 receiving yards, and four touchdowns on 97 targets per season. Particularly in PPR-scoring formats, Shakir's reliability and consistency allow him to provide fantasy managers with a safe production floor. However, his upside is also limited by his lack of downfield ability, as he averaged just 10 yards per reception and 7.6 yards per target in 2025. Additionally, Shakir's target volume in Buffalo may be trending in the wrong direction following the team's offseason acquisition of veteran wide receiver DJ Moore. If the Bills get strong production from Moore and a healthier season from tight end Dalton Kincaid, Shakir could be siloed to a complementary role in the team's passing game. Given his limited ceiling and the shifting environment around Shakir in Buffalo, dynasty managers may want to explore selling high on him ahead of 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
X-Rays Come Back Negative on Josh Naylor's Shin
Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson said that X-rays came back negative on first baseman Josh Naylor's shin on Sunday after he fouled a ball off his right shin in the series finale against the Washington Nationals, according to MLB.com's Daniel Kramer. Naylor was forced from Sunday's loss early, but it looks like he might have avoided a serious injury. Before departing, the 28-year-old left-handed slugger went 1-for-3. The Mariners have a scheduled day off on Monday, so Naylor could be right back in the team's starting lineup for Tuesday's series opener in Seattle against the Baltimore Orioles. The Canadian native entered play on Sunday with a .252/.315/.368 slash line, .683 OPS, eight home runs, 32 RBI, 13 stolen bases, and 27 runs scored in 67 games across 293 plate appearances. He has gone 12-for-48 (.250) with three long balls, two doubles, eight RBI, seven runs scored, and a steal in 12 games so far in June. Fantasy managers will want to check back on Tuesday to see if Naylor is feeling good enough to return to the field at T-Mobile Park.
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Twins Promote Outfield Prospect Kyler Fedko, Will he Carve Out a Starting Role?
The Minnesota Twins selected the contract of outfield prospect Kyler Fedko from the minors on Sunday and designated infielder Orlando Arcia for assignment in a corresponding move, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Fedko is in the big leagues for the first time after slashing .286/.372/.578 with a .950 OPS, 15 home runs, 11 doubles, two triples, 45 RBI, nine stolen bases, and 44 runs scored in 58 games and 239 plate appearances with Triple-A St. Paul. The 26-year-old right-handed hitter was originally a 12th-round selection in 2021 out of the University of Connecticut. After not doing much in the first couple of years of his pro career in the minors, Fedko broke out in 2025 in 130 games with St. Paul and Double-A Wichita, clubbing 28 home runs, driving in 82, and stealing 38 bases in 566 total plate appearances. Fedko can play all three outfield positions, but it remains to be seen how much he'll play in Minnesota. At the very least, though, he'll be in play for the short side of a platoon somewhere in the outfield against left-handed pitchers.
Source: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
Source: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
Andres Munoz Exits Early on Sunday With Back Tightness
Seattle Mariners right-handed closer Andres Munoz (back) was pulled from Sunday's game early against the Washington Nationals with lower-back tightness, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. The Mariners wanted Munoz to get some work in a 7-1 ballgame since he hadn't pitched in almost a week, and he exited after allowing both of the runners he faced to reach base. It's unclear how serious Munoz's back injury is, but for now, we'll consider him day-to-day. The 27-year-old Mexican hurler is a two-time All-Star and has 88 saves in his career, but he hasn't been consistent in 2026 and is now injured. Going into Sunday's appearance, Munoz had a career-worst 5.18 ERA (3.56 FIP), 1.36 WHIP, 10 saves, 37 strikeouts, and 10 walks in 24 1/3 innings pitched. Nobody should be outright dropping Munoz, even if he lands on the injured list, but Jose A. Ferrer is certainly a speculative stash candidate in case Munoz misses extended time.
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Emilio Pagan to Throw Live Bullpen Session on Friday
Cincinnati Reds right-handed reliever Emilio Pagan (hamstring) has been cleared to throw a live bullpen session on Friday, according to Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19. After already throwing a couple of normal bullpen sessions, Pagan has been cleared to face live hitters for the first time after a recent MRI exam showed that his Grade 2 left-hamstring strain is healing nicely. If the 35-year-old continues to avoid setbacks late next week, he'll likely be cleared to start a minor-league rehab assignment. Pagan has been sidelined since May 6 with his hamstring injury, so fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if he's required to make several appearances on the farm. In his absence, the Reds' bullpen has been one of the worst in baseball this season. Tony Santillan is the best bet for save chances until Pagan returns, but once he's reinstated from the 15-day injured list, manager Terry Francona should go right back to Pagan as the preferred closing option in the ninth inning. The 10-year veteran has 71 career saves and locked down six games before his injury, but he also allowed 10 earned runs with six walks and 11 K's in 14 relief innings. Pagan is currently rostered in 62% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Nick Pivetta Throwing From 90 Feet
San Diego Padres right-hander Nick Pivetta (elbow) began playing catch in late May and has progressed to throwing from 90 feet with some intensity on Wednesday, June 10, according to MLB.com. Pivetta was originally placed on the injured list on April 14 and has since been transferred to the 60-day IL after an MRI exam showed a flexor strain in his right elbow. He is making progress, but the Padres still don't expect him to return until some point in the second half of the season. The 33-year-old veteran still has plenty of boxes to check in his rehab. We won't have a better idea on a more specific timetable for a return in 2026 until he resumes throwing off a mound. Pivetta was excellent for the Friars in 2025 in his first year with the club, going 13-5 with a 2.87 ERA (3.49 FIP), 0.98 WHIP, and 190:50 K:BB in 181 2/3 innings over his 31 starts. He made just four starts this year before being shut down, and he hadn't looked nearly as good, giving up eight earned runs while walking six and fanning 24 in 16 innings. However, he was also sporting a 1.23 FIP in a small sample size. With the potential to still help fantasy managers in the second half, Pivetta is rostered in 72% of Yahoo leagues while he rehabs.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Suns Face Bouyea Option Call, with Mark Williams the Name to Watch
The Phoenix Suns face a busy offseason headlined by Jamaree Bouyea's $2.6 million team option and a group of internal free agents, including Jordan Goodwin, Collin Gillespie, Amir Coffey, and Mark Williams. Most of these are depth decisions with little fantasy weight, with Gillespie and Goodwin reported as the Suns' top re-sign priorities after Gillespie's breakout 12.7 points and 4.6 assists. The name fantasy managers should track is Williams, a restricted free agent and the only center among this free-agent group. He posted a career-high 60 games this season, a step forward for a player whose career average sits near 41 games a year, so his health and where he signs will decide his streaming value. If Phoenix retains him, he profiles as a useful per-minute rebounding and scoring big whenever he is on the floor.
Source: John Voita
Source: John Voita
Nikola Topic Expected to be Ready for Training Camp
According to Marc Stein, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic (back) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing a minimally invasive lumbar microdiscectomy procedure. The 20-year-old will miss Summer League, but the training-camp target keeps his 2026-27 developmental track intact. Topic appeared in 10 regular-season games last season, averaging 5.2 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.4 assists while showing flashes as a table-setter. Oklahoma City's backcourt is already crowded, so his early fantasy appeal will likely depend on injuries or a larger-than-expected second-unit role. Still, his passing profile makes him worth monitoring once preseason rotations take shape.
Source: Marc Stein
Source: Marc Stein
Franz Wagner Hopes to Move Past Injury Setbacks
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner opened up to Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype about a frustrating injury-plagued year, saying the repeated rehab process was tough and that he probably should not have played during Orlando's Berlin game. The 24-year-old was limited to 34 regular-season games because of a recurring left high ankle sprain before a right calf strain knocked him out late in the first round. When available, Wagner still averaged 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while shooting 48.1 percent from the field. Under new head coach Sean Sweeney, Wagner's health is one of Orlando's biggest fantasy swing factors. A clean offseason would put him back in position to provide efficient scoring, rebounds, assists, and enough steals to remain a strong multi-category option next to Paolo Banchero.
Source: Cyro Asseo
Source: Cyro Asseo
LeBron James Fields Interest From 10-12 Teams Before Free Agency
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is drawing interest from about 10-12 teams ahead of free agency, agent Rich Paul said on the Pat McAfee Show, while insisting no decision is near. Paul stressed he has not spoken with James about next season, urging fans to "believe nothing that's out there." James, an impending unrestricted free agent at 41, is coming off a season of 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds in 60 games, with a return to the Lakers widely believed to be the expected fit. Take the team count with a grain of salt, since inflating it serves Paul's leverage. For fantasy managers, James remains a top-tier multi-category producer when healthy, but his destination and games-played history are the variables. If he stays beside Luka Doncic, his usage could dip even as his per-game value holds.
Source: NBA on ESPN
Source: NBA on ESPN
James Harden Arrested on Misdemeanor Weapons Charge
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden was arrested early Saturday in Houston and charged with misdemeanor unlawful carrying of a weapon, ESPN's Brian Windhorst reports. According to Harris County court records, officers observed a handgun in plain view, not holstered, on the seat of a car he owns around 3:41 a.m. Harden was released on a $100 bond, with an arraignment set for June 22. The Cavaliers said they are gathering information and in contact with Harden. For fantasy purposes, the on-court fallout looks minimal for now: the charge is a misdemeanor, and while the NBA could weigh discipline under its conduct policy, nothing suggests his availability is in question. The bigger variable remains his offseason, as Harden, a high-usage scorer who averaged 20.5 points and 4.8 assists with Cleveland, holds a player option and is expected to weigh an extension.
Source: Brian Windhorst
Source: Brian Windhorst
Brewers to Promote Cooper Pratt, a Must-Add in All Formats?
According to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com, the Milwaukee Brewers are promoting top-100-ranked prospect Cooper Pratt to the major leagues. Per MLB.com, Pratt is considered the overall No. 63 prospect in the sport and the No. 4-best prospect in the team's system. Pratt joined the Brewers in the sixth round of the 2023 MLB Draft but has quickly progressed through the system. During the 2025 campaign, Pratt spent the entire season with Double-A, where he posted a .238/.343/.348 slash line with eight home runs and 31 stolen bases. He has spent the opening months of the 2026 campaign with Triple-A Nashville where he has taken a step forward, carrying a .244/.353/.393 line with six long balls and an impressive 17 stolen bases. His promotion suggests the Brewers could view him as a full-time option to replace the struggling Joey Ortiz at shortstop. His high-end speed and emerging power make him a worthwhile pick-up in all standard 12-team formats.
Source: Adam McCalvy
Source: Adam McCalvy
Gunnar Helm a Prime Dynasty Buy-Low Candidate Ahead of Potential Breakout
A fourth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Tennessee Titans tight end Gunnar Helm recorded 44 receptions for 357 yards and two touchdowns on 55 targets across 16 games as a rookie. Given where he was drafted and the underwhelming offensive environment around him in Tennessee, Helm's production was an encouraging sign for dynasty managers. He also spent the entire season splitting playing time with fellow Titans tight end Chig Okonkwo, who signed with the Washington Commanders in free agency earlier this spring. While Tennessee backfilled its tight end room by signing veterans Daniel Bellinger and Kylen Granson, Helm now profiles as his team's clear TE1. He should also be playing in a more productive Titans offense in quarterback Cam Ward's second NFL season and the team's first under the command of new play-caller Brian Daboll. In dynasty formats, Helm profiles as a clear buy-low candidate ahead of what could be a breakout year.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Pat Freiermuth's Role in Pittsburgh Set to Shrink Again in 2026?
Across 17 (eight starts) games in 2025, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth recorded 41 catches for 486 yards and four touchdowns on 54 targets. The 27-year-old's final line represented a production decline from his 2024 performance, when he hauled in 65 receptions for 653 yards and seven touchdowns on 78 targets. His drop-off was partially due to the Steelers addition of tight end Jonnu Smith, who is no longer on the Pittsburgh roster heading into 2026. However, Freiermuth also lost playing time to Steelers blocking tight end Darnell Washington. Pittsburgh signed Washington to a four-year, $42 million extension in early June, which could be a sign that the team is planning to expand his role. The Steelers also traded for wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. earlier this spring, who could soak up most of Freiermuth's targets in the intermediate area of the field. Even though Freiermuth is coming off an underwhelming season, dynasty managers may want to consider selling him ahead of what could be another decline in performance in 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Breece Hall Set to Be Part of a "Three-Headed Monster" in Jets Backfield?
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn said he's planning to use running backs Breece Hall, Braelon Allen, and Isaiah Davis as a "three-headed monster" in the team's backfield, per ESPN's Rich Cimini. While there was similar buzz around the Jets' backfield situation last summer, Allen suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 4. Hall emerged as the team's clear lead back, recording 1,415 scrimmage yards and five touchdowns on 279 touches across 16 games. New York also made a significant investment in Hall this offseason, signing him to a three-year, $43.5 million contract extension. Still, it appears as though the team is planning to split backfield touches more evenly in 2026. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the situation throughout training camp, as more reports of a backfield split could create a buy-low window for Hall.
Source: ESPN - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN - Rich Cimini
Quentin Johnston Set for Career Season with New Play-Caller?
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston could be in line for a breakout season in his first year working with new Chargers play-caller Mike McDaniel, according to Thomas Martinez of Sports Illustrated. Martinez speculates that McDaniel will help weaponize Johnston's speed by putting him in better situations to rack up yards after the catch. Johnston got off to a scorching start to the 2025 season, recording 22 catches for 337 yards and four touchdowns on 36 targets across his first four games played. However, his production tailed off over the course of the season, and he finished the year with 51 receptions for 735 yards and eight touchdowns on 84 targets across 14 games. The 24-year-old has always flashed big-play and big-game upside, but he's struggled to string together consistent production on a week-to-week basis. There's no guarantee that will change in 2026, but Johnston could have a better chance to reach his ceiling now that McDaniel is in Los Angeles.
Source: Sports Illustrated - Thomas Martinez
Source: Sports Illustrated - Thomas Martinez
Jalin Hyatt Shows Well at Giants Minicamp
New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt had a "strong" minicamp earlier this month, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN. A third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, Hyatt is entering the final year of his rookie contract and has struggled to carve out a consistent role with the Giants to this point in his career. Across eight games in 2025, the 24-year-old recorded just five receptions for 35 yards on 14 targets. However, New York enters the 2026 season with a seemingly open competition for playing time at wide receiver, particularly with star wideout Malik Nabers (knee) still recovering from a knee injury. Hyatt will also will be working with a new coaching staff in 2026, which could offer the fresh start he needs. In deeper league formats, fantasy managers may want to consider throwing a dart at Hyatt if he continues to draw rave reviews throughout the rest of the summer.
Source: ESPN - Jordan Raanan
Source: ESPN - Jordan Raanan
Kenneth Gainwell Standing Out During OTAs
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Kenneth Gainwell has been a standout in his team's offense during OTAs, per Scott Reynolds of Pewter Report. Gainwell is entering his first season in Tampa after signing a two-year, $14 million contract with the team in free agency. The 27-year-old put together a breakout season with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025, recording 1,023 yards from scrimmage and eight touchdowns on 187 touches across 17 games. Gainwell recorded 73 catches on 85 targets last season, and Reynolds reports that he has "excelled as a receiver out of the backfield" early on with the Bucs. Entering 2026, Gainwell appears to be carving out a 1B role alongside the 1A in the Tampa Bay backfield, Bucky Irving.
Source: Pewter Report - Scott Reynolds
Source: Pewter Report - Scott Reynolds
J.P. Crawford Expects to Return on Tuesday, Set to Play Third Base in Seattle?
Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (hand) said that he expects to be activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday, per Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. Kramer also reports that Crawford has been taking grounders at third base "almost exclusively" during the team's current road trip. While Crawford made 53 appearances at shortstop this season before the injury, Mariners prospect Colt Emerson has taken over as the team's everyday shortstop in Crawford's absence. It appears that Seattle could be planning a position change for the veteran, who has graded out as a poor defender at short by the advanced metrics over the past couple of seasons. Across 233 plate appearances before the hand injury, Crawford hit .228/.356/.409 with 10 home runs, 23 RBI, 32 runs scored, and one stolen base. Moving to third base could allow him to maintain everyday playing time in Seattle, at least until Mariners infielder Brendan Donovan (groin) makes his return from a groin strain.
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Konnor Griffin Will Continue Rehab in Florida During Pirates' Upcoming Road Trip
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin (elbow/forearm) is headed to the team's complex in Florida to continue his rehab during the team's upcoming west coast road trip, per Aiden Stepansky of MLB.com. Griffin has been on the 10-day injured list since late May due to a flexor strain in his throwing arm. While Griffin looks to be making some progress, he does not appear to be on the verge of a return to the Pirates lineup just yet. The 20-year-old got off to a solid start to his first season in Pittsburgh before the injury, hitting .270/.327/.402 with four home runs, 22 RBI, 30 runs scored, and 14 stolen bases. Given his importance to the Pirates' long-term outlook, the team could choose to be extra cautious with his recovery. In Griffin's absence, Jared Triolo has taken over as Pittsburgh's everyday shortstop.
Source: MLB.com - Aiden Stepansky
Source: MLB.com - Aiden Stepansky
Oneil Cruz Likely to Miss 4-6 Weeks With Hand Fracture
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said that the "rough timetable" for outfielder Oneil Cruz's (hand) return is four to six weeks, per Danny Demilio of Pittsburgh Baseball Now. Cruz was placed on the 10-day injured list earlier this week due to non-displaced fourth and fifth metacarpal fractures in his left hand. It's an unfortunate setback for the 27-year-old, who was in the midst of a stellar season. Across 283 plate appearances before the injury, Cruz hit .264/.350/.472 with 14 home runs, 44 RBI, 45 runs scored, and 21 stolen bases. Cruz's 34.6% strikeout rate is less than ideal, but his elite barrel (16.4%) and hard-hit (59.2%) rates allow him to be productive even through the swing-and-miss. Even with Cruz likely to be sidelined until mid-to-late July, fantasy managers should find a way to stash him in an IL or bench spot. Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum has taken over as the team's starting center fielder in Cruz's absence.
Source: Pittsburgh Baseball Now - Danny Demilio
Source: Pittsburgh Baseball Now - Danny Demilio
Padres Promote Catching Prospect Blake Hunt, Can He Establish a Consistent Role?
San Diego Padres catching prospect Blake Hunt has been called up from Triple-A El Paso ahead of the team's game on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles. Hunt is taking Padres catcher Freddy Fermin's (concussion) spot on the active roster after Fermin was placed on the seven-day concussion IL. Hunt missed the start of the 2026 season due to an oblique strain and has logged just 32 plate appearances this year at Triple-A. Across 280 plate appearances at Triple-A as a member of the Seattle Mariners system in 2025, Hunt hit .272/.368/.452 with eight home runs, 35 RBI, 30 runs scored, and one stolen base. At 27 years old, Hunt does not profile as a high-upside prospect. Still, he should have a chance to emerge as the Padres' starting catcher while Fermin is out. San Diego's other catching option on the active roster is Rodolfo Duran, who owns a .683 OPS across 38 plate appearances this season.
Source: San Diego Padres
Source: San Diego Padres
Kaelen Culpepper Day-to-Day with Glute Tightness
Minnesota Twins infield prospect Kaelen Culpepper (glute) was removed early from his game with Triple-A St. Paul on Saturday, fueling speculation that he might be headed to the big leagues. However, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports that Culpepper was pulled from the game due to glute tightness and is now considered day to day. The 23-year-old has hit well so far this season across 289 plate appearances at Triple-A, slashing .273/.377/.498 with 14 home runs, 43 RBI, 53 runs scored, and 15 stolen bases. The Twins have gotten middling production from the infield trio of Brooks Lee, Tristan Gray, and Luke Keaschall, which could open a spot for Culpepper to make his MLB debut. Once healthy, Culpepper could be worth stashing off the waiver wire ahead of a potential promotion due to his five-category production potential.
Source: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
Source: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
Hunter Brown Set to Return to Astros Rotation on Tuesday
Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown (shoulder) will return to his team's rotation on Tuesday against the Detroit Tigers, per Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Brown has been on the injured list since early April due to a shoulder strain. The 27-year-old was one of the better pitchers in baseball in 2025, recording a 12-9 record with a 2.43 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and 206 strikeouts across 185 1/3 innings (31 starts). He's largely looked like himself in his minor league outings while rehabbing the shoulder injury, recording a 1.88 ERA, 0.77 WHIP, and 21 strikeouts across 14 1/3 innings (four starts). Upon his return, Brown profiles as a must-start starting pitcher with SP1 upside for fantasy managers.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Angel Martinez Not Ready to Return on Sunday With Bruised Foot
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Angel Martinez (foot) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the division-rival Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field, according to MLB.com. Daniel Schneemann is starting in center field for Cleveland and will bat fifth against Tigers right-hander Casey Mize (groin), who is making his return from the injured list. Martinez will take a seat after fouling a pitch off his left foot in the team's victory on Saturday. Thankfully, X-rays came back negative, and manager Stephen Vogt hinted that Martinez would be available off the bench on Sunday. With an off day coming on Monday, Martinez has a good shot at returning to the starting lineup for Tuesday's series opener on the road against the Milwaukee Brewers. The 24-year-old Dominican switch-hitter has already tied his career high with 11 home runs in 66 games in 2026 and is slashing .239/.276/.442 across 243 plate appearances. Schneemann is hitting .182 with a .455 OPS and an RBI in 11 career at-bats against Mize.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Xander Bogaerts Returns on Sunday After Being Hit by a Pitch
San Diego Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts (head) is back in the starting lineup on Sunday and is batting cleanup for the Padres against the hosting Baltimore Orioles and left-hander Trevor Rogers, per MLB.com. Bogaerts was pulled from Saturday's win early at Camden Yards after he was hit by a pitch in the head. Thankfully, he cleared concussion protocol and will be back in the lineup a day later. Fantasy managers may want to keep Bogaerts on their bench, as he's currently hitting .148/.303/.185 with a double, an RBI, four runs scored, four walks, and nine strikeouts in nine games so far in June. The 33-year-old veteran had a very mediocre .231/.310/.354 slash line on the year with a .664 OPS, eight home runs, 27 RBI, nine stolen bases, and 29 runs scored across his 229 at-bats for the Friars. Bogaerts is also hitless in five career at-bats against Rogers.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Chase Elliott has Plenty of Upside for Sunday's Race at Pocono
Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports scored a starting position of 23rd after qualifying for this week's Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway. This is Elliott's first start at Pocono outside of the top 20 since 2023. In 16 Cup starts at Pocono, Elliott has one win, 11 top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 12.9. In practice for Sunday's race at Pocono, Elliott ranked 28th in five consecutive lap averages in practice. Although his practice speeds were unremarkable, Elliott does have great track history at Pocono and some of the best equipment in the field from Hendrick Motorsports. Elliott's upside and overall history at Pocono make him a great DFS option for all formats this week.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Andres Gimenez Scratched on Sunday With Wrist Soreness
The Toronto Blue Jays announced that they scratched infielder Andres Gimenez (wrist) from the starting lineup on Sunday against the division-rival New York Yankees with left-wrist soreness. Ernie Clement will make the start at the 6 on Sunday for the Jays while batting seventh against Yankees right-hander Will Warren. Davis Schneider enters the starting nine and will man the keystone for Toronto. For now, we'll consider Gimenez to be day-to-day with his wrist injury. The 27-year-old Venezuelan infielder could be back for Tuesday's series opener against the division-rival Boston Red Sox after a scheduled day off on Monday if his injury isn't serious. Gimenez remains mostly a glove-first player as the Blue Jays' starting shortstop. He doesn't carry much fantasy appeal due to his lack of upside with the bat. Gimenez comes into Sunday's action with a weak .222/.269/.351 slash line, .620 OPS, six home runs, 30 RBI, seven stolen bases, and 16 runs scored in 243 plate appearances across his 68 games played. He has cleared 10 home runs twice in his six-year MLB career, and not since 2023.
Source: Toronto Blue Jays
Source: Toronto Blue Jays
Randy Arozarena Missing Another Game With Hamstring Injury
Seattle Mariners outfielder Randy Arozarena (hamstring) is missing another game in Sunday's series finale against the Washington Nationals, according to MLB.com. Luke Raley is making another start in left field for the M's and will bat cleanup on Sunday against Nationals left-hander PJ Poulin. Arozarena is sitting out a second straight game after he left Friday's win over the Nats with soreness in his left hamstring. The 31-year-old Cuban outfielder didn't require further testing on his hamstring, so he's considered day-to-day and is unlikely to land on the injured list. With another scheduled day off coming on Monday, there's a good chance Arozarena will be back in action for Tuesday's series opener at T-Mobile Park versus the Baltimore Orioles. The two-time All-Star has been money for his fantasy managers so far in 2026, slashing .291/.377/.448 with an .826 OPS, seven home runs, 33 RBI, 19 stolen bases, and 47 runs scored in 71 games across 302 plate appearances.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ty Gibbs Could be An Underrated DFS Winner for Pocono Lineups
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Ty Gibbs is starting in the fourth position for the Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway. This is the second time in his Cup career that Gibbs will start inside the top five in a Pocono race. In four prior races at the site, Gibbs has one top-5 finish, but he did lead in two of the last three Cup events at the Pennsylvania track. With 15 races completed so far this year, Gibbs has one win, nine top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 14.0. In practice for this week's race, Gibbs ranked fourth in five consecutive lap averages. Considering how Gibbs has been one of the strongest performers of the season with top-notch equipment and an overall solid history at Pocono, he is an underrated pick to compete for the win.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
